Hy-Vee at Midday: Keen on Peaches

By Nicole Johnson, Hy-Vee Dietitian

Peaches are a favorite summer fruit for many and it is easy to see why. Peaches are juicy, sweet and full of nutrition! Peaches are great just by themselves or can be incorporated into delicious recipes.

How to prepare: If you plan to eat a fresh peach within a day or two, look for peaches that are soft and sweet –smelling.  If you will eat them later in the week, choose peaches that are firm and ripen them in a brown paper bag. Peaches can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days. It is recommended to NOT refrigerate peaches as they began to break down between 36 degrees F and 50 degrees F.

Grilled Cake and PeachesAll you need: 1 cup balsamic vinegar 4 wedges angel food cake, each 1 inch thick 2 peaches, halved and pitted Whipped creamAll you do:1. Heat the balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until it comes to a boil, and then turn the heat down to low. Let the liquid simmer until it has reduced by 75 percent, leaving a thick syrup.2. Place the peaches on a hot (and very clean) grill and cook for 7 to 10 minutes, rotating them 45 degrees midway through for nice grill marks. After rotating, add the cake and cook until the wedges are lightly charred on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Serve each slice of cake with a grilled peach half. Drizzle with the balsamic syrup and top with a whipped cream. Nutrition per serving: 165 calories, 3 g protein, 35 g carbohydrates, 1 g fat (0.5 g saturated), 225 mg sodiumSource: www.delish.comServes: 4